Discover Thailand's underwater treasures aboard the Explorer, your gateway to the Similan and Surin Islands.
Embark on an unforgettable diving adventure through Thailand's pristine waters aboard the Explorer, where vibrant reefs and magnificent marine life await. The Andaman Sea, particularly around Thailand's Similan and Surin Islands, is a diver's paradise, renowned for its crystal-clear waters, dramatic underwater topography, and an incredible diversity of marine life. From the iconic granite boulder…
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Dining aboard the Explorer is a delightful culinary journey, featuring a diverse menu that blends authentic Thai flavors with popular international dishes. All meals are served buffet-style, offering a generous spread to satisfy every palate. The onboard chef is skilled at accommodating various dietary preferences and restrictions, with excellent vegetarian and vegan options available upon prior request. Fresh, local ingredients are used whenever possible, ensuring delicious and wholesome meals throughout your trip. Beyond the main meals, guests can enjoy complimentary snacks, fresh fruit, coffee, tea, and drinking water available throughout the day. Alcoholic beverages, including beer and wine, are available for purchase, providing a perfect complement to your dining experience as you recount the day's underwater adventures.
The Similan and Surin Islands in Thailand offer some of the world's most spectacular diving, characterized by incredible visibility and a profusion of marine life. Divers can expect to explore vibrant coral gardens, dramatic rock formations, and pinnacles teeming with reef fish. Iconic sites like Richelieu Rock are famous for their nutrient-rich waters, attracting large pelagics such as whale sharks and manta rays, alongside a fascinating array of macro life including seahorses and pipefish. Koh Bon and Koh Tachai also provide excellent opportunities for manta ray encounters. The diving experience is enhanced by the Explorer's well-organized operations, including a spacious dive deck and a dedicated tender boat for easy access to dive sites. Guided dives are conducted in small groups, ensuring personalized attention and safety. Night dives are a highlight, revealing a different ecosystem as nocturnal creatures emerge. The crew's expertise in navigating these waters ensures that guests visit the best sites based on conditions and marine activity, maximizing every underwater moment.
VAT · Port fees
National Park Fees (1,800-6,600 THB) · Dive insurance (350 THB per day)
Airport transfers are not included in the trip price. Optional airport transfers are available at a cost of 1,400-2,800 THB per trip. Guests should confirm embarkation and disembarkation ports (Khuraburi and Thap Lamu) based on their chosen itinerary.
We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.
Nitrox: 1,200-5,100 THB per trip · Nitrox Course: 3,500 THB per piece
Double • Lower Deck
This private cabin, situated on the lower deck, offers a spacious double bed. It includes its own private bathroom and is equipped with air conditioning. Guests will also find individual reading lamps, 220V power sockets, and ample storage facilities.
Double • Lower Deck
This private cabin, situated on the lower deck, features a spacious double bed. Guests will appreciate the convenience of an en-suite bathroom and climate control. Thoughtful additions include individual reading lamps, 220V power sockets, and ample storage space, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Double or Twin • Lower Deck
Nestled on the lower deck, this cabin provides comfortable sleeping arrangements for two guests. The room features a porthole window, allowing for natural light and glimpses of the outside world. Guests will appreciate the convenience of individual reading lights, climate control for personalized comfort, and dedicated storage areas to keep belongings organized.
Double or Twin • Lower Deck
Nestled on the lower deck, this cabin offers versatile sleeping arrangements, easily converting from two single beds into a spacious double. Guests will appreciate the convenience of a private bathroom, climate control for comfort, individual reading lamps, and readily available 220-volt power outlets, along with ample storage space for belongings.
Double or Twin • Lower Deck
Located on the lower deck, this versatile cabin offers the flexibility of converting two single beds into a spacious double bed. Guests will enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, climate control, individual reading lamps, 220V power outlets, and ample storage space.
Double or Twin • Lower Deck
Located on the lower deck, this cabin offers flexible sleeping arrangements, easily converting from two single beds into a spacious double bed. Guests will appreciate the comfort of a private en-suite bathroom and air conditioning. Thoughtful touches include personal reading lamps, 220-V power outlets, and ample storage space for a convenient and relaxing stay.
Double • Upper Deck
This comfortable cabin is located on the mid-deck, featuring a cozy double bed. Guests will appreciate the shared bathroom facilities, along with the convenience of climate control. Each guest can enjoy personal reading lights, access to 220-volt power outlets, and ample storage space for their belongings.
Double • Upper Deck
This cabin, designated as a private retreat, is situated on the middle deck. It features a comfortable double bed and offers climate control for your comfort. Guests will find personal reading lamps, a 220V power outlet, and ample storage space, with access to a shared bathroom.
Select a cabin and departure on Explorer, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.
A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.
Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.
The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.
Guests generally have a very positive experience aboard the MV Explorer, highlighting the exceptional crew and delicious food. Some reviews note the vessel is slightly more expensive, and the dive deck, while functional, might feel a bit tight.
Based on approximately 1699 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.
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